BB10 to non-BB Android -- Unfounded Fears?
- I'm considering going from my BlackBerry Passport to a non-BB Android device.
I've always read about different vulnerabilities with Android mainly due to the lack of security updates from the OEM or carriers.
I would be afraid of having my phone hacked and data stolen.
This makes me hesitant to go with a non-BB Android device -- are my fears overblown?
I feel like there's not much choice if I'm forced to choose between DTEK or iPhone.02-04-17 05:48 AMLike 0 - BlackBerry and Google (pixel, nexus) are the two most reliable update providers, as far as android goes. You will be taking your chances with any other vendor. Sucks, but that's how it is. Most others simply don't care about you once you've bought the phone.
Blackberry Poptart SE - Cricket WirelessDrBoomBotz likes this.02-04-17 06:10 AMLike 1 - Yes, your fears are overblown. Millions use Android & iOS devices and they're perfectly safe. Its more about the user than the OS or the updates. Give a Pixel, Nexus or any BB Android to a dumb user and he can get all his stuff out in record time. Its about your behavior so just pick up a good device that you like.
However, If it makes you feel safe then go for a Pixel, Nexus or an Android BlackBerry. They're all top notch in terms of security.
Final Tip: Read about security in Android and safe user behavior. It's much better and beneficial than worrying about the phone's security.Mecca EL likes this.02-04-17 06:31 AMLike 1 - Yes, your fears are overblown. Millions use Android & iOS devices and they're perfectly safe. Its more about the user than the OS or the updates. Give a Pixel, Nexus or any BB Android to a dumb user and he can get all his stuff out in record time. Its about your behavior so just pick up a good device that you like.
However, If it makes you feel safe then go for a Pixel, Nexus or an Android BlackBerry. They're all top notch in terms of security.
Final Tip: Read about security in Android and safe user behavior. It's much better and beneficial than worrying about the phone's security.02-04-17 08:26 AMLike 0 - I'm generally pretty cautious about apps downloaded or websites visited so I don't think I would fall into the 'uninformed user' category. But my fears are for things that I can't easily control (ie. people sending malicious code through MMS) and stealing phone or login information.
Only download Apps from Google Playstore and even when you're there, avoid new & relatively unknown apps, stick to the celebrities. Spend your money on a brand that fires security updates monthly, like Google or BlackBerry. If you like your privacy then go for BlackBerry so you can manage permissions through the DTEK app.
In the end, read, read and read about security. The more you read, the more you're informed, which will make you a hard target for anyone who is out to steal your info.Mecca EL and Thud Hardsmack like this.02-04-17 10:23 AMLike 2 - Then you're good to go with Android. Don't open texts or e-mails from unknown sources, that's given. Search for tips on how to create a strong password, that will solve the login information. Set up a lock code and if your phone is stolen, immediately erase everything through android device manager. Also, Lock the important apps that contain your sensitive information (Ex. Gallery, E-mail & Banking Apps). Lock your SD and SIM cards too. Lock everything xD.
Only download Apps from Google Playstore and even when you're there, avoid new & relatively unknown apps, stick to the celebrities. Spend your money on a brand that fires security updates monthly, like Google or BlackBerry. If you like your privacy then go for BlackBerry so you can manage permissions through the DTEK app.
In the end, read, read and read about security. The more you read, the more you're informed, which will make you a hard target for anyone who is out to steal your info.Last edited by thurask; 02-04-17 at 02:44 PM.
Mecca EL and Thud Hardsmack like this.02-04-17 10:32 AMLike 2 -
Typical Android text messaging apps automatically retrieve incoming MMS messages. This means you could be compromised just by someone sending you a message over the telephone network.
That being said, I don't think there were any reported cases of the vulnerability actually being used so buying from an OEM with a good update track record could be all you need.02-04-17 02:34 PMLike 0 - We had a VERY interesting discussion in the 9900 Resurgence thread recently with an IT engineer.
It might not always be "hacking" we have to worry about.
Basically, to sum up any free apps or something we have to worry about but also the amount of data mining is pretty astronomical and what exactly they do with all the information is still not fully known. But interesting nonetheless.
http://a.mynews.ly/!DcD.FAFL3#.WJY-zzBSLmI.mailto
Last edited by Ralph Morgotch; 02-04-17 at 03:19 PM.
02-04-17 03:00 PMLike 0 - You will be fine going the Android route, I have preached the same thing over and over for years. Good passwords, stay off of the web sites your not familiar with.
Anytime your on the grid you are vulnerable. As others have recommended, I would go with a Blackberry DTEK series, Google Nexus or Pixel all of which have regular security updates.
When it comes to email, I NEVER open any attachments from people I don't know and in the majority of the cases, if they are not on my client or personal contact list, I delete the email.
The bottom line is to have good common sense when it comes to your device and internet security, it goes a long way.Last edited by bakron1; 02-04-17 at 04:12 PM.
Avenzuno likes this.02-04-17 03:30 PMLike 1 - Actually one of the issues with Stagefright (which is what I assume OP is referring to) was you didn't have to open the message to activate the exploit, simply receiving it was enough.
Android’s Stagefright Exploit: What You Need to Know and How to Protect Yourself
That being said, I don't think there were any reported cases of the vulnerability actually being used so buying from an OEM with a good update track record could be all you need.
I created this thread because I was considering the LG G5 because it's available right now for a pretty good price. The problem I guess would be the security updates. I had an LG G2 for a couple years before coming over to BlackBerry and I think it only ever received 1 update during that time and I'm not even sure if it was for a security issue.02-04-17 03:59 PMLike 0 - Actually one of the issues with Stagefright (which is what I assume OP is referring to) was you didn't have to open the message to activate the exploit, simply receiving it was enough.
Android’s Stagefright Exploit: What You Need to Know and How to Protect Yourself
That being said, I don't think there were any reported cases of the vulnerability actually being used so buying from an OEM with a good update track record could be all you need.
Good Luck keeping up with each and every vulnerability and trying to work around it:
Last edited by Sairos; 02-04-17 at 11:40 PM.
Invictus0 likes this.02-04-17 11:29 PMLike 1 - In that case, then I guess Google or DTEKs would be the best choice.
I created this thread because I was considering the LG G5 because it's available right now for a pretty good price. The problem I guess would be the security updates. I had an LG G2 for a couple years before coming over to BlackBerry and I think it only ever received 1 update during that time and I'm not even sure if it was for a security issue.
One might say you're paying extra for the updates and security but not really, Pixel and DTEK60 have the same prices in comparison to other top phones in the market. When you look at it actually, you're getting bad value from the other phones because you're missing out on security updates.02-04-17 11:38 PMLike 0 - I've been using Android for 5 years and have never been hacked.
I don't plan on going BlackBerry Android because I don't feel it gives me anything a Google device doesn't.
One other thing to think about, BlackBerry is still rocking Marshmallow (Android 6.1.1) anyone with a Pixel or Nexus (6p/5x) can have Nougat (7.1.1) . BlackBerry pushes the same security updates Google does, and nothing more.02-05-17 12:21 AMLike 0 - I created this thread because I was considering the LG G5 because it's available right now for a pretty good price. The problem I guess would be the security updates. I had an LG G2 for a couple years before coming over to BlackBerry and I think it only ever received 1 update during that time and I'm not even sure if it was for a security issue.02-05-17 12:44 AMLike 0
- I've been using Android for 5 years and have never been hacked.
I don't plan on going BlackBerry Android because I don't feel it gives me anything a Google device doesn't.
One other thing to think about, BlackBerry is still rocking Marshmallow (Android 6.1.1) anyone with a Pixel or Nexus (6p/5x) can have Nougat (7.1.1) . BlackBerry pushes the same security updates Google does, and nothing more.
Google offers OS updates, that's a big advantage of course. BlackBerry lacks on that front, all the big companies are like that though, its the biggest problem with Android and the sole advantage for having an iPhone in my opinion.
I think they're equal in the security updates but I fancy BlackBerry more, security is their job, they don't do anything else nowadays. If you want the latest and greatest in Android then of course Google for the OS updates.02-05-17 12:45 AMLike 0 - The problem with charts like these is that ancient ICS phones (and even Gingerbread phones), as well as Chinese-market phones with no Google services or malware protection, still "count" as Android, even though no one in the US or Europe is likely running one. If you limited "Android" to phones 3 years old and newer, that were sold in the US and Europe, those numbers would drop a whole lot.
It's another example of the chart being true, but not the truth.matthewkuhl and Bbnivende like this.02-05-17 12:49 AMLike 2 - The problem with charts like these is that ancient ICS phones (and even Gingerbread phones), as well as Chinese-market phones with no Google services or malware protection, still "count" as Android, even though no one in the US or Europe is likely running one. If you limited "Android" to phones 3 years old and newer, that were sold in the US and Europe, those numbers would drop a whole lot.
It's another example of the chart being true, but not the truth.
The fact that they list android as the whole pizza, not in its slices makes your statement interesting, so yes true but not the truth, lots of factors involved.yyz321 likes this.02-05-17 12:59 AMLike 1 -
But you're right in that, because Android allows every company to "do its own thing", it will always be more vulnerable in the aggregate compared to a monolithic OS like iOS. As you say, its biggest advantage is also its biggest disadvantage - but it also demonstrates that if you buy well-supported devices, you have very little to be concerned about. If you buy entry-level "sell and forget" devices, well, that's a whole other thing.02-05-17 01:15 AMLike 0 - Not really. Sure, there are a few, and yes, they're the few that get a lot of press, but numerically, very few actually affect newer OS versions.
But you're right in that, because Android allows every company to "do its own thing", it will always be more vulnerable in the aggregate compared to a monolithic OS like iOS. As you say, its biggest advantage is also its biggest disadvantage - but it also demonstrates that if you buy well-supported devices, you have very little to be concerned about. If you buy entry-level "sell and forget" devices, well, that's a whole other thing.
Yes of course, if you buy the good stuff you've nothing to worry about. I inserted the stat to show that, not to show android as insecure. Just that you can't keep up with the vulnerabilities out there but you should buy into a brand that can.02-05-17 01:26 AMLike 0 - Just saw this, but you won't like it.....
And yes it's security related
"President Trump should use an iPhone - here's why (AAPL)"
http://a.mynews.ly/!MD.FEeDE02-05-17 02:00 AMLike 0 - Just saw this, but you won't like it.....
And yes it's security related
"President Trump should use an iPhone - here's why (AAPL)"
President Trump should use an iPhone - here's why (AAPL)
The writings of a drunken child. Honestly, does this seem to be a guy who knows anything about security. Look at the language he uses. Hey! My car toy is much better than yours!
"But an iPhone wouldn't mean Trump would be unhackable. It's still conceivable that a foreign state could use a "cyberweapon" that takes advantage of undiscovered flaws in Apple's code. This kind of cyberweapon, the first of its kind to be seen targeting iOS, was discovered last year
But Apple fixed those bugs as soon as it learned about them. Not only do similar bugs exist for Trump's Android, but there's no way to fix them, ever, because the Galaxy S3 is no longer receiving updates.."
Hahah, I can't believe it, this is the funniest article I've read in a while. The guy is hilarious, it keeps getting better. I thought it was BGR but oh god its Business Insider xD.02-05-17 02:59 AMLike 0 -
But Apple fixed those bugs as soon as it learned about them. Not only do similar bugs exist for Trump's Android, but there's no way to fix them, ever, because the Galaxy S3 is no longer receiving updates.."
Hahah, I can't believe it, this is the funniest article I've read in a while. The guy is hilarious, it keeps getting better. I thought it was BGR but oh god its Business Insider xD.
-sent from a beautiful Bold 990002-05-17 03:18 AMLike 0 -
I'm laughing at the article. How did they let this guy write for them.02-05-17 03:22 AMLike 0 - BlackBerry and Google (pixel, nexus) are the two most reliable update providers, as far as android goes. You will be taking your chances with any other vendor. Sucks, but that's how it is. Most others simply don't care about you once you've bought the phone.
Blackberry Poptart SE - Cricket Wireless
When I read all the complaints about BB10.3.3 I think "what other phone have I owned still gets updated 4 years later?" My Nexus did, and the iPhone did for awhile, and that's it.
IMO as others have said, go with the device with the best update track record.
Posted via CB1002-05-17 07:18 AMLike 0 - I'm thinking the biggest concern in migrating to a new platform (BlackBerry or Non BlackBerry) is the Profit Strategy of the new platform. That in my view, denotes the main security issue.
Whether the phone is hacked or the new platform requires you to volunteer your data (you believe to be non-relative) to use their service, the outcome is; someone other than you, has your data.
So the question is: Which platform allows you to give specific permissions to the level of access an app or service can have to your information.
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